About the Role:

Xavier College is seeking to appoint a Saxophone Teacher starting Term 3 of 2025 (or earlier if negotiated). This salaried position is for Term 3-2025 only, although some itinerant work may be available in Term 4-2025.

This position is 1.0FTE and includes the teaching of individual instrumental students, directing and assisting with both Junior & Senior ensembles, teaching some musicianship and attending meetings and concerts. The teaching covers both the Junior and Senior Schools, both of which are located in Kew.

The Saxophone Teacher should be a highly capable musician who will play an important role in teaching music and supporting the woodwind program across the College. As well, the Saxophone Teacher should have excellent motivational skills evident in their teaching style and show commitment to inspiring appreciation and developing musical skills in students.

In this regard, the Saxophone Teacher will be supportive of the characteristics of Jesuit Education through their manner and personal concern for the care of each individual on the campus and across the Xavier Family. The Saxophone Teacher understands their important contribution to the College’s Intent and educational mission, and with this, the care and safety of all students in accord with the highest standards of child safety and upholding an exceptional child safe culture at the College.

Core Duties: 

• Teaching individual saxophone students ranging in age from beginner – VCE level
• Teaching individual clarinet students ranging in age from beginner – AMEB Grade 4 level
• Liaising with the Head of Woodwind and other ensemble directors to support saxophone and other woodwind players in the ensembles
• Preparing students for recitals and exams
• Directing Senior School ensembles including
  • Concert Band (Years 7 - 8)
  • Symphonic Band (Years 7 – 11)
  • Stage Band (Years 7 – 10)
• Assisting with other ensembles as required, including running potential saxophone/woodwind sectionals
• Assist with recruitment strategies as needed
• Attending any meetings/training as required
• Assisting with concerts as required
• Assisting with basic maintenance of woodwind instruments
• Writing semester reports

Selection Criteria:

• Experience in teaching a wide range of students and the ability to use a variety of different pedagogical approaches
• Ability to build a good rapport and relationships with students, parents, and other staff
• Some experience in working within a school environment is preferred
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of, adherence to and leadership for child safety, the Child Safe Standards and an exceptional culture of child safety
• Well-developed people skills coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially for the benefit of staff, students and parents

A position description is available below

Position Description - Saxophone Teacher

For information about Xavier College please visit our website at www.xavier.vic.edu.au

Applications closing on Monday 9 June 2025 at 9am. Interviews may take place prior to close date.  To apply for this position CLICK the "Apply Now" Please address your cover letter to James De Rozario - Head of Music

Xavier College is committed to ensuring the protection and wellbeing of every child in our care.